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I wonder how many brave entrepreneurs have overcome the naysayers and taken their ideas to market, only to fail -- not because of the idea, but because they hired the wrong people. By Kathleen Quinn Votaw

Could it be the next big teen franchise? Quite possibly. Go see it, and you'll be able to decide if the odds are ever in their favor. By Dave Taylor

Deadline extended to March 30! Don't miss out!

Register nowfor the 2012 Best Companies to Work for in Colorado program. Compete to be ranked among the best in the state and have the chance to get valuable employee feedback. It's a great way to find out what your employees think about your company and what you can do to help retain them. Past participants have been able to promote themselves as the best in both their recruiting and marketing efforts.